Vegan Beef Gyros

Craving the bold, savory flavors of classic gyros but looking for a plant-based twist? These Vegan Beef Gyros are the ultimate meat-free Mediterranean-inspired delight! Made with tender strips of marinated seitan infused with smoky paprika, tangy balsamic vinegar, and aromatic oregano, this recipe delivers all the hearty, spiced goodness you love. Wrapped in warm, soft pita bread and topped with crisp lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, fresh cucumber, and zesty red onions, each gyro is finished off with a creamy, homemade vegan tzatziki sauce for an authentic touch. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal, these vegan gyros are ready in just 35 minutes and packed with plant-based protein. Dig into this flavorful, vibrant dish that proves you don’t need meat to enjoy the classic gyro experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Seitan (sliced into thin strips)
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 4 pieces Pita breads
• 1 medium Cucumber (diced)
• 2 medium Tomato (diced)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 cup Vegan tzatziki sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.

Step 2

Add sliced seitan to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 3

While the seitan marinates, prepare your vegetables by dicing the cucumber and tomatoes, and thinly slicing the red onion.

Step 4

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated seitan strips and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly crispy.

Step 5

Warm the pita breads either in a dry skillet or directly over a burner flame for a few seconds, until pliable.

Step 6

To assemble the gyros, spread a generous amount of vegan tzatziki sauce on each warm pita. Layer with lettuce leaves, cooked seitan strips, diced cucumber, tomatoes, and a few slices of red onion.

Step 7

Wrap the pita tightly around the filling and serve immediately. Enjoy your homemade vegan beef gyros!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1633.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2120.1

Total Fat 73.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6183.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 230.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 29.6g
Protein 159.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 503.1mg	0%
Iron 25.8mg	0%
Potassium 2382.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 41.6%